Ibogaine for Nicotine Addiction
As the end of the year approaches, many of us are thinking of resolutions and ways we’d like to improve ourselves and our lives in the new year. It’s no surprise that smoking, and quitting the habit, comes to mind frequently. However, millions of people have tried to quit smoking, an incredibly addictive habit, many […]
How Do I Open Up About My Addiction?
If you’re struggling with an addiction, you’re struggling in more ways than one. You’re not just fighting something physical—you’re harboring this terrible secret. You’re likely fearful about losing your job, or hurting your family, being abandoned by your friends. And you’re not wrong: there can be some terrible consequences when addiction floods into every corner […]
Methamphetamine Myths: What You THINK You Know About Meth Addiction
Methamphetamine Myths: What You THINK You Know About Meth Addiction Despite — or perhaps, due to — being prominently featured in a wildly popular TV show, there are a lot of pop culture myths about meth and methamphetamine addiction that you probably think are true. You might believe that meth is instantly addictive or that […]
3 Popular Misconceptions About Drug Addiction and Recovery
3 Popular Misconceptions About Drug Addiction and Recovery Drug and alcohol dependency is incredibly common, but there are still countless myths and misconceptions that continue to persist about drug addiction and addiction treatment. These misconceptions are often taken as pure fact, which can be problematic if you or someone you love is addicted to drugs […]
Why Conventional Rehab Doesn’t Always Work
Drug and alcohol addiction is overwhelmingly common in this country, but there’s still a stigma that surrounds those who struggle with it. The conventional course for drug treatment is often a rehab program. While some addicts do find success through such a program and subsequent meetings, these methods definitely don’t work for everyone. In many […]
4 Signs It May Be Time to Visit an Opiate Addiction Treatment Center
4 Signs It May Be Time to Visit an Opiate Addiction Treatment Center Opiate addiction is all too common in the United States. Over 20 million Americans ages 12 and over have an addiction to drugs or alcohol. If you feel that you may have an addiction and are looking for help, consider attending an […]
The Best Food and Diet for Alcohol Detox
The Best Dietary Practices to Follow During an Alcohol Detox Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance in the United States — nothing else even comes close. In fact, as of 2014, there were more than 130 million Americans who consumed alcohol on a regular basis. This number has only grown since then, as has […]
Ibogaine Treatment and Early Recovery
Ibogaine Treatment and Early Recovery Although we entered the 21st century a while ago, most conventional wisdom in addiction treatment still categorizes drug dependence as a chronic, progressive, irreversible, relapsing disease, which cannot be cured and at best the person suffering from this condition can experience periods of stability where a locus of control is […]
Finding Your Path with Ibogaine Treatment
Finding Your Path with Ibogaine Treatment Ibogaine treatment is rarely utilized by drug dependent individuals, until they have attempted to detox and stay “clean” using a wide spectrum of more mainstream and conventional addiction treatment modalities. Most people with a drug problem do not wake up one day and decide that it’d be a neat […]
Ibogaine, Isolation and Addiction
Ibogaine, Isolation and Addiction Addiction and isolation are two states which are often inter-related and simultaneously present in individuals seeking treatment for drug dependence. People who are addicted to drugs usually keep their habits to themselves, especially after the initial period of experimentation is over, and you’ve become a daily user of a given substance. […]